Money matters are typically a big concern for the characters on "Shameless," and Jody is no different. He works as a tattoo artist. However, fans are confused because even though Jody is portrayed as a tattoo artist, he doesn't have any ink to speak of. Despite the numerous times he's seen shirtless on the show, Jody's skin is as clear as a newborn's. "Never trust a tattoo artist with no tattoos," wrote u/jedchub.
On the other hand, some viewers think that Jody's lack of tattoos characterizes him. "'Nah, I'm scared of needles, I'd never get tats' is what I'd imagine him saying," added u/LongWaysForResults. Since fake tattoos are regularly applied to actors to enhance their performance, Jody's distinct lack of body art is worth pointing out (via PopSugar). Indeed not every tattoo artist in the world has tattoos, though, in Jody's case, the absence is another aspect of his personality that doesn't add up. Perhaps it was a comedic angle, or maybe the makeup department needed to reduce their budget. Whatever the reason, Jody's tattoo-less torso is another one of the show's many unanswered questions.
